Red potato vs. Yam — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Red potato and Yam
- Red potato has more Vitamin B3, however, Yam is richer in Manganese, and Fiber.
- Yam has 3 times less Vitamin B3 than Red potato. Red potato has 1.595mg of Vitamin B3, while Yam has 0.552mg.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Potatoes, red, flesh and skin, baked and Yam, cooked, boiled, drained, or baked, without salt.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +55.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +34.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +46.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +55.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +22.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +114.5% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +78.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +188.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +21.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +68.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +16.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1120% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +325% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +31.9% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.3 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
19.59 g
Water:
76.67 g
Other:
1.29 g
Protein:
1.49 g
Fats:
0.14 g
Carbs:
27.48 g
Water:
70.13 g
Other:
0.76 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +54.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +69.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +40.3% |
~equal in
Fats
~0.14g
~equal in
Water
~70.13g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.026 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.043 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.029 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.005 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.06 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -10.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +150% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +39.5% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 89kcal | 116kcal |
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| Protein | 2.3g | 1.49g |
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| Fats | 0.15g | 0.14g |
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| Vitamin C | 12.6mg | 12.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 17.79g | 23.58g |
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| Carbs | 19.59g | 27.48g |
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| Magnesium | 28mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 9mg | 14mg |
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| Potassium | 545mg | 670mg |
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| Iron | 0.7mg | 0.52mg |
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| Sugar | 1.43g | 0.49g |
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| Fiber | 1.8g | 3.9g |
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| Copper | 0.174mg | 0.152mg |
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| Zinc | 0.4mg | 0.2mg |
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| Starch | 15.15g |
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| Phosphorus | 72mg | 49mg |
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| Sodium | 12mg | 8mg |
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| Vitamin A | 10IU | 122IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1µg | 6µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 0.34mg |
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| Manganese | 0.173mg | 0.371mg |
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| Selenium | 0.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.072mg | 0.095mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.028mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.595mg | 0.552mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.341mg | 0.311mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 0.228mg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 2.3µg |
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| Folate | 27µg | 16µg |
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| Choline | 18.9mg | 16.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.026g | 0.029g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.002g | 0.005g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.043g | 0.06g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.023mg | 0.012mg |
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| Threonine | 0.075mg | 0.052mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.074mg | 0.05mg |
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| Leucine | 0.109mg | 0.094mg |
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| Lysine | 0.12mg | 0.058mg |
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| Methionine | 0.035mg | 0.02mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.091mg | 0.069mg |
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| Valine | 0.115mg | 0.06mg |
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| Histidine | 0.039mg | 0.033mg |
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| Fructose | 0.44g |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
22%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Yam is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.94g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Yam contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Red potato is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.003g)
Which food is cheaper?
Red potato is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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